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Junior IP Associate Attorney

Chicago office of an AmLaw firm seeks junior ip associate attorney with 2-4 years of experience. The candidate will provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys. Will provide thorough factual and legal research and analysis in pleadings, memoranda, and other written documents. Draft pleadings and other case documents. Attend hearings and other case-related events. Assist in the preparation of taking and defending depositions. Working with technical experts to prepare reports and declarations. Manage matters from commencement to final resolution. Competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys and Complete tasks efficiently. Should preferably have a biological or ‎chemical science background, preferably with an advanced degree. Significant case management experience, preferably including involvement with joint defense groups is preferred. Some Hatch-Waxman litigation experience is plus. Must have familiarity with and ability to prepare basic pleadings and other patent infringement litigation-related documents. Familiarity with applicable procedural rules and practices is required. Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in Illinois. Legal

The candidate should have Juris Doctor degree. Should preferably have strong writing and oral communication skills, and an ability to learn new substantive legal topics as needed. Knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure is preferred. Knowledge of the patent statutes, sections of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act relating to drug products, and corresponding regulations. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required. Must have ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines. Strong organization and matter management skills is needed. Ability to work professionally and effectively with Clients, Partners, Associate, and Support Staff is required. Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team is essential. Clear and effective drafting skills required. Exceptional case management skills required.

This is a full-service, large law firm with local, regional, and national clients, ranging from Fortune 500 corporations and privately held companies, to startups and individual entrepreneurs. The firm has developed a broad national practice in areas such as litigation, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, intellectual property, corporate and securities, tax, finance, creditors' rights, employment, environmental, estate planning, probate and family law, governmental affairs and health care. The firm has offices in the suburbs of Chicago to provide more intimate client services to its clients there. Lawyers in the firm appear to get along with one another, and associates seem satisfied with their compensation and quality of assignments they receive. The firm hires top graduates from national and regional law schools, and it values diversity in work experience. Quality of life outside the firm is valued, but work is taken seriously and lawyers are expected to produce top quality work. Compensation is above average and hourly requirements are reasonable.

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IP - Patent - Biology

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time

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